Presidential Pooches

Richard Nixon with Checkers

Bill Clinton with Buddy

Lyndon Johnson with one of his beagles

George W. Bush with Barney and Miss Beazley

Reporter-News Photo by Ronald W. Erdrich Janie Peek holds a treat up to her forehead to get her 10-month-old boxer Aggie to look at her owner's face on command during a puppy obedience class at Petsmart on Thursday. Barack Obama's family might have a similar class in their future if he lives up to his promise to his two daughters for a new puppy.